Bi Polar Disorder:

[Rev.DeGray2]

Here is a little bit about that.

http://www.mercycenters.org/libry/i_BIPLR.html

[Mystic]

Thanks, Bro!

I've seen Cannabis heal or alleviate bi-polar disorder in two separate cases with two people I have been close to.

It's wonderful medicine.

[petercandid]

Hi Rev.DeGray2,

Well,Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depressive disorder or bipolar affective disorder, is a psychiatric diagnosis that describes a category of mood disorders defined by the presence of one or more episodes of abnormally elevated mood clinically referred to as mania or, if milder, hypomania. Individuals who experience manic episodes also commonly experience depressive episodes or symptoms, or mixed episodes in which features of both mania and depression are present at the same time. These episodes are usually separated by periods of "normal" mood, but in some individuals, depression and mania may rapidly alternate, known as rapid cycling. Extreme manic episodes can sometimes lead to psychotic symptoms such as delusions and hallucinations. The disorder has been subdivided into bipolar I, bipolar II, cyclothymia, and other types, based on the nature and severity of mood episodes experienced; the range is often described as the bipolar spectrum.Data from the United States on lifetime prevalence varies, but indicates a rate of around 1 percent for Bipolar I, 0.5 to 1 percent for Bipolar II or cyclothymia, and between 2 and 5 percent for subthreshold cases meeting some, but not all, criteria. The onset of full symptoms generally occurs in late adolescence or young adulthood. Diagnosis is based on the person's self-reported experiences, as well as observed behaviour. Episodes of abnormality are associated with distress and disruption, and an elevated risk of suicide, especially during depressive episodes. In some cases it can be a devastating long-lasting disorder; in others it has also been associated with creativity, goal striving and positive achievements.

Thanks

[Rev.DeGray2]

Thank you. I used to have manic episodes through my childhood and adolescent years but since i was 18 its been the more depressed aspects of it.

There is more info. i found online here also.

http://www.mercycenters.org/libry/i_BIPLR.html

[CrstlClr]

After a life time of manic episodes and deep, as deep as you can get depression times, finally diagnosed properly three years ago,, I am bi-polar,,, I have medicated myself with mmj since a very young age,, I still do and I am also now on proper medication that is fit for me,, I don't like being on prescript drugs but it is better to know I will be ok then to take the chance of what the deep depression could do to me,, It is a tough illness

[Rev.Johnson]

I totally Agree, Deep depression is very tough at times and for me it is compounded by other people who (thankfully) just don't grasp what its like to have your mind hijacked by a negative thought pattern that just keeps spiraling down, down, down...

I deal with diagnosed 'sever depression' but feel it is more like what I have read about Bi polar II. none of the Doctors I have been to recognize Bi polar II yet as it is still a newly added category and their schooling did not cover it. Now I'm praying the next round of new Dr.'s will be a bit more knowledgeable on the subject. Regarding pharmaceuticals; Proper diagnosis is a primary concern for every one regardless of case history.

Then we come to the narrow gate of the self maintenance of Your own health. Self maintenance of Your own health is a personal duty that most are deceived into giving away. For this, Dr.'s all the way up to oversize megalithic pharmaceutical corporations get richly rewarded for playing with your existence.

When we take back the control of our own self maintenance and allow God to provide us our needs... we may find our selves discovering one or more of the many benefits of Cannabis... And I Praise God for every golden gland of resin on every single calyx of every single flower bud.

"Sweet Leaf"

ALRIGHT NOW!
Won't you listen?

When I first met you, didn't realize
I can't forget you, for your surprise
you introduced me, to my mind
And left me wanting, you and your kind

I love you, Oh you know it

My life was empty, forever on a down
Until you took me, showed me around
My life is free now, my life is clear
I love you sweet leaf, though you can't hear

Come on now, try it out

Straight people don't know, what you're about
They put you down and shut you out
you gave to me a new belief
and soon the world will love you sweet leaf

This song holds a great deal of truth for me and if I was to rewrite it I would add a part where God gets all the credit for its creation. I want to glorify Gods ability to provide so much for our lives in this one plant. I believe that when Jesus spoke of the Gift of the Holy Spirit he was referring to the bliss one feels when filled with the Cannabis sacraments use.

when sad, it offers happiness.
when sore, it offers relief.
when hungry, it offers food.
when ill, it offers health.
when blind, it offers sight.
when your mind is trapped, it offers freedom.

[Rev Sister Lilli]

Nice

[CrstlClr]

Hi Rev.Johnson and Rev.Sister Lilli, Very well put Rev.Johnson,,, I was not properly diagnosed until at the age of 50,, When I finally had a name to a life time of sadness,, no it was more then sadness, it was beyond,, I had been put on antidepressants most of my life, none worked, some would make me worse, while on one I noticed I couldn't even shed a tear when it was a time to do so,, I finally stopped taking any antidepressants,, one reason being was I had no health insurance,, Back then I had no idea what was going on with me,, After being diagnosed three years ago, I have done some research only to find out that antidepressants will make the bi-polar symptoms worse,, I haven't always known the true health benefits that comes from Marijuana, All I knew is it made me feel more normal ( what ever normal is ) many times it saved me from a life of self destruction.. It saved my life, no two ways about it,, I knew this and I know it now even more so since coming into the medical Marijuana world of research,,, Bi-polar is a terrible illness to live with,, Not until just a few years ago did the medical field know much about it,, There are good doctors out there that know what they are doing,, I was lucky to have been guided to the doctor I have now,, He also knows my medicating with Marijuana,, He is open minded to it,, He even learns a few things from me lol and is willing to listen when too many doctors won't think of even listening..

[Rev Sister Lilli]

Well your going to be alot happier now that you found this place I tell ya! I suffered from depression most of my life as well.

Things do get better. And as far as pharmaceuticals the Greek definition is "Sorcery" So since that is so, a person could become possesed by man made sorcery/pharmaceuticals

There is so much to learn, to keep our people safe.

[CrstlClr]

I would love nothing more then to be free to live without the bi-plar medicines, I would love to only medicate myself with Marijuana along with proper diet and exercise,, But because of being near death a few times from such dispare, I am scared that my mind might go back there,, I have always called it that black hole, I don't ever want to feel that way again, it is down right scary, and it hurts the mind, body and soul,, But like you said Sister Lilli,, I do believe I am on the right path coming here,,, I will follow the path made just for me an see were it will take me. Maybe one day I won't be scared...